--- title: Engineering Science (B.S. Degree) date: 2022-04-06T12:20:00-05:00 author: Click Rain Inc canonical_url: "https://www.dordt.edu/academics/programs/engineering-science-bs" section: Pages --- [ Back to Programs](/academics/programs)# Engineering Science (B.S. Degree) Want to combine engineering with another subject you love? Consider engineering science at Dordt. You'll build a strong base in engineering and pair it with science, business, or art. It's a flexible way to bring your interests together and get ready for your career. [Request Info ](#request) ![Male student working on a robot](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/2024-05-01_003876.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=50&h=43&f=webp&c=6f060d93&v=3e17d5b126c07b74609c2f6e02e3bb032e0414d5ae7f485c99a54f7bcb3c7e26) ![]() ![]()## On This Page - [Program Overview](#toc124280) - [Program Options](#toc124287) - [Engineering Science Major](#toc124288) - [Education emphasis](#toc486048) - [Faculty](#toc124295) - [Science and Technology Center](#toc516557) - [Student Stories](#toc124296) ## Program Overview Whichever areas you choose to focus on, you’ll have flexibility that fits your learning style and career goals. Blend art and design with engineering and pursue a pre-architecture path. Combine business administration with engineering and find a career in industrial engineering. Whatever your passion, engineering science can help make it happen. The program’s resources and facilities are top-of-the-line. Your professors provide support while challenging you intellectually. And your education will equip you for the task of life-long Christian discipleship. ![Female student sharing her engineering presentation](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/2024-05-09_004273.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=64&h=37&c=124b41bf&v=1bfe3ffcf1574f8e4dfe3cf84872ca2d7aacbee115facc0c91f421a69ac9130a) ### What can I do with a major in engineering science? Dordt's engineering science graduates work in many engineering and technology jobs. Some go on to graduate school in architecture. Most go straight into fields like manufacturing, construction, computers and electronics, chemistry, and biology. Here are just a few of the types of careers you’ll be prepared for with an engineering science major: ##### Architect and Architectural Assistant Design and plan buildings and landscapes that look good, work well, and meet building codes. Engineering science is great preparation or graduate school in architecture. ##### Residential Designer Create layouts, floor plans, and structural details for homes, apartments, and commercial spaces. ##### Science Outreach and Education Specialist Use a broad background in engineering and science to teach the public about new technology and its impact. ## Career Preparation Dordt University's 2025 Career Outcome Rate was 99.7%! “I believe it is also, in part, indicative of the type of graduates we are encouraging our students to become—that is, graduates who don’t just learn for the sake of learning, but graduates who continue to learn for the sake of serving," said Dr. Ethan Brue, dean for technology and applied sciences. "Dordt is not just about training students for competence, but it is more about inviting students to embrace the goodness of work out of a deep care for the world.” ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) ![99.7%](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Career-Outcome-Rate-2025_2026-03-27-162722_rnim.png?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=50&h=50&c=451455e2&v=623664dba7a7889501a211d9e6902c14c2975d41842a1096340ae5cc7f11dd82) ## Program Options [ Bachelor's ![Female student working with wood](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/2021-11-30_000299.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=59&h=39&c=2e43e8ec&v=3ba5f1e72fc007c8aae3594f3f7a454fa4dbeb57ac529b627bfb2294e0b7e906) ### Engineering Science (B.S. Degree)Architecture Concentration, Major ](https://www.dordt.edu/academics/programs/engineering-science-bs/architecture) ## Engineering Science Major The engineering science major shares the same mission as the engineering major but puts greater emphasis on basic science and allows more flexibility in course selection. The engineering science major has not been examined nor accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) or any other commission of [ABET](https://www.abet.org.). ### What you'll learn As an engineering science major, you'll learn the basics of engineering. You'll also choose courses in areas like art, chemistry, math, business, or computer science. You can pick an architecture concentration, or a general path that lets you follow your own engineering or science interests. ### What can you do with an engineering science major? Dordt's engineering science graduates work in many engineering and technology jobs. Some go on to graduate school in architecture. Most go straight into fields like manufacturing, construction, computers and electronics, chemistry, and biology. ### Degree requirements Engineering science majors take several engineering courses along with the math and science courses that engineering is built on, like calculus, chemistry, and physics. Upper-level courses in your area of interest, such as business, computer science, chemistry, or biology, complete your degree. ### Courses - **Introduction to Computer Aided Engineering and Design**: The design studio experience introduces concepts of graphical communication for engineers and develops basic 2-D and 3-D design skills with the use of a solid modeling software package. The course meets for one design studio per week. - **Introduction to Engineering Energy and Economics**: An engineering foundations course that introduces students to engineering design economics (energy, material, time, and money) within the broader norms of engineering stewardship. Basic engineering analysis and problem-solving tools will be practiced. - **Introduction to Engineering Design**: An engineering foundations course that introduces students to Christian discipleship as expressed in the field of engineering. Students are exposed to the concept of a biblically guided engineering design process. Students are given the opportunity to learn about engineering by doing engineering as they participate in a project-based engineering analysis and design activities. - **Introduction to Engineering Statics and Structures**: An introduction to the engineering analysis and design of structures. Students will explore principles of statics and mechanics within the broader context of engineering analysis and design. The course meets for one studio session per week. - **Introduction to Engineering Analysis**: An introduction to engineering mathematics and problem solving, introducing foundational mathematics and computational tools for the solution of a variety of engineering problems. The course introduces a perspective on how the activities of both math and science can inform and constrain our ability to design normatively. The course meets for one lecture session and one studio session per week. - **Introduction to Engineering Electronics**: An introduction to electrical engineering fundamentals relating to electrical energy and circuit analysis. Concepts in digital logic and digital electronics are also introduced. Students will explore principles of electronic systems within the broader context of engineering analysis and design. The course meets for one studio session per week. - **Individual Studies** - **General Chemistry**: A first course in the fundamental principles of chemistry for students in all science disciplines. Topics include measurement, the mole and reaction stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure and bonding, intermolecular forces, gases, types of reactions, and energy in chemical reactions. An introduction to laboratory safety and chemical hygiene is included in the laboratory. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory period per week. - **Principles of Chemistry**: A study of the fundamental principles of chemistry and an introduction to foundational issues in science. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical equilibria, chemical kinetics, chemical thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. An introduction to laboratory safety and chemical hygiene is included in the laboratory. This is the first course in chemistry for majors in the physical and life sciences. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. - **Calculus I**: A study of the basic concepts and techniques of calculus for students in all disciplines. Topics include limits, differentiation, integration, and applications. This course is intended for students without any previous calculus credit. - **Calculus II**: Continuation of Mathematics 152; a study of transcendental functions, integration techniques, Taylor series approximations, calculus in polar coordinates, vectors, calculus of vector valued functions and applications of calculus. - **Introductory Physics I**: An introduction to the study of the physical aspect of reality for students intending to continue in the physical sciences and engineering. Linear and rotational kinematics and dynamics, statics, and gravitation will be covered. Three lectures and one laboratory period per week. - **Introductory Physics II**: Continuation of Physics 231. Topics covered include fluid, oscillations, waves, heat and thermodynamics, and electricity. Three lectures and one laboratory per week. - **Multivariable Calculus**: A study of differential and integral calculus of functions of several variables, and line and surface integrals. - **Differential Equations**: An introduction to the theory and techniques of solving elementary differential equations and the use of these techniques in applied problems. - **Introductory Statistics**: An introductory course in statistical techniques and methods and their application to a variety of fields. Topics include data analysis, design of experiments, and statistical inference including confidence intervals and hypothesis testing. Exposure to statistical software and a substantive student project are also part of this course. - **Accelerated Introductory Statistics**: This course covers the same content and learning objectives as Statistics 131 but in half the time. This course, along with Statistics 202 and Statistics 203, also serves as preparation for Actuarial Exam SRM. Additionally this course, along with Statistics 202, Statistics 203, Statistics 220 and Statistics 352, serves as preparation for Actuarial Exam MAS I. Offered first half of spring semester. [See the course catalog for more information](https://www.dordt.edu/academics/course-catalog). ## Education emphasis An education emphasis is also available with the engineering science program. As you study engineering science you'll also train in education, giving you the tools to teach others. [More About Education](https://www.dordt.edu/academics/programs/education-ba/secondary-endorsement) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) ![Male student chats with his classmates](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/2024-05-09_004300.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=50&h=50&c=9cec7bc5&v=6f5b69a899cf1c3f34c1e94a9391b5cf981a88707fae3ceddfe9e531c35516a1) ### Ready to take the next step? [Request Info](#request) [Visit](https://www.dordt.edu/admissions-and-aid/visit-dordt) [Apply](https://www.dordt.edu/admissions-and-aid/apply-now) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a815c5de657711464.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=d33a06ea&v=a2afd24535c5079ff8236dbb3db43219af8c3d0f149a9d80161edccfcfe9a564) ### Justin Vander Werff Professor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/justin-vander-werff) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a8158d115559246fa.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=91fca8a4&v=57a2f69af597738425fadbf482cd99466bd8d993246939220fc1cd99c43fc4e5) ### Ethan Brue Professor of Engineering and Dean for Technology and Applied SciencesMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/ethan-brue) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a8158810f8418a711.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=ac4c2d57&v=1f1177db8cacdb70b719e4827dfe5144e76b4b147fa737a4897347a1fc170561) ### Manuela Ayee-Leong Professor of Engineering & ChemistryMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/manuela-ayee-leong) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/6909b3045259e13da83.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=c774e9ee&v=08d4831f0c12e50239ceecce228d1a9322373a9c87815406c1d88a52ccac5da6) ### Tayler Hoekstra Associate Professor Engineering & PhysicsMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/tayler-hoekstra) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a815c053960e85f72.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=ea0ed8dd&v=2fd82fef7103ae14a181778964bf16ab7f21e8764248613cf2f3c33ab39c8253) ### Kevin Timmer Professor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/kevin-timmer) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a815cae20735f5ac1.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=b65ef4f1&v=88643cc1f0a2a1b5d06ea750d5c50371ef4f84b5945df7e870b572ec48f67bb4) ### Jason Wyenberg Associate Professor of Physics & EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/jason-wyenberg) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a815caad6c2114fae.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=3a402b19&v=df43e557e5fafd362c3ac002ab088a7166ef37b882a53e71dff381a839eb2c4a) ### Danielle Wyenberg Instructor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/danielle-wyenberg) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a8159e42f1d1fa20d.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=b224843c&v=624b1b5a56d5a47a6972f5e45aebabb274b314970d8539da632cb85b5944e54d) ### Jason Ho Associate Professor of Engineering & PhysicsMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/jason-ho) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a81628e2e55848350.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=6d0f73a0&v=697644cda40040081045435288d711b6f4127ec5ae4d8d030fa2ca3e87fc2004) ### Joe Driewer Assistant Professor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/joe-driewer) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a815f930a2aa20f19.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=5cd4a7f9&v=d146f769250ec460b3ee21d3b5469dd512030e15ab4b1f3234480b4af16d1edb) ### Jonathan Gingrich Associate Professor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/jonathan-gingrich) [ ![](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/people/68a816307bdcabe79e6.jpg?mode=crop&pos=top-center&w=30&h=30&f=webp&c=db177696&v=4165d856df3e8baccf5ee318ff79a92acfdb5f2f847ab2b36fd1a5a1c33da087) ### Paul Griffioen Associate Professor of EngineeringMore ](https://www.dordt.edu/people/paul-griffioen) ## Science and Technology Center While studying engineering science, you'll have the opportunity to spend time in Dordt's Science and Technology Center. Informally known as the "Science Building," the Science and Technology Center is home to labs for mechanical engineering, electronics, electrical engineering, and computer-aided design. [Science and Technology Center](https://www.dordt.edu/about-dordt/campus-map/rooms/science-and-technology-center) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) ![A front exterior view of the Science and Technology Center](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/science-building750x750.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=50&h=50&c=02442d08&v=cd92f222006340785240950ca1d8a03da962901bb27a8ff2e5ec867ea0dac532) ![]() ![]() ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) ![A picture of Aidan Bender](https://d3evso2dxyohou.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/aidan-bender.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=20&h=32&f=webp&c=2198ac97&v=7fabf9f10c61fe642b9fe8de5bc5f3191dd03503caee3ef43bf3ea66c713bfbc) ### Empathy and Mystery Aidan Bender Aidan Bender dealt with uncertainty about his future at Dordt — and found that empathy, mystery, and living your faith leads to becoming who God made you. 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